B 9 Chord
B 9 has 5 notes: B · D# · F# · A · C#
B 9
Symbol: B9
Notes: B, D#, F#, A, C#
Type: Dominant 9th
Variations: 4 positions shown
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Notes and intervals in B 9 chord
Good idea to know the intervals:
| Note | Interval | Function |
|---|---|---|
| B | 1P | Root |
| D# | 3M | Major 3rd |
| F# | 5P | Perfect 5th |
| A | 7m | Minor 7th |
| C# | 9M | 9M |
The root (B) is the core. Other notes stack on top to create the dominant 9th tonality.
How to play B 9
Play each string individually first, each note should ring clearly. Then try strumming.
For barre chords, use your index finger to press down all strings at one fret (works as a movable capo), while your other fingers form the shape. This can be hard, but you'll get there!
Questions about the B9 chord
What notes are in B 9 chord?
B 9 chord contains the notes B, D#, F#, A, C#. You play them together to get dominant 9th sound. You can also play the same note over different strings to get fuller sounds.
How do you play B 9 on guitar?
Find B9 on the fretboard by locating the root note (B) and applying the dominant 9th shape. The dominant 9th chord formula is: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Minor 7th, 9M.
What does B 9 chord sound like?
B 9 has a complex quality. It's commonly used in many genres music.